FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Payneham Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Payneham Small Business Loans
Payneham unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Payneham Business Loans
What is the Larger Payneham Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at quality company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.