FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Peakhurst Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Peakhurst Small Business Loans
Peakhurst unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Peakhurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Peakhurst 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated 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 priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease 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 based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (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 quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.