FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Peakhurst Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Peakhurst Small Business Loans
Peakhurst unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Peakhurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Peakhurst Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
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 allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an 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 of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
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 proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.