FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Penfield Gardens Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Penfield Gardens Small Business Loans
Penfield Gardens unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Penfield Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Penfield Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial element 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.