FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Pullenvale Small Business Loans
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Pullenvale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Pullenvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Pullenvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine your health for your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.