FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Penshurst Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Penshurst Small Business Loans
Penshurst unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Penshurst Business Loans
What is the Larger Penshurst Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.