FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Picnic Point Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Picnic Point Small Business Loans
Picnic Point 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 are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Picnic Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Picnic Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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 of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might 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 assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, 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 secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.