FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Pymble Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Pymble Small Business Loans
Pymble unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Pymble Business Loans
What is the Larger Pymble Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.