FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Padstow Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Padstow Small Business Loans
Padstow unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Padstow Business Loans
What is the Larger Padstow Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able 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 goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.