FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Panania Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Panania Small Business Loans
Panania unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Panania Business Loans
What is the Larger Panania Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the 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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact 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 Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health for your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The 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 or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.