FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The St Peters Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the St Peters Small Business Loans
St Peters unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger St Peters Business Loans
What is the Larger St Peters Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a 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 proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over 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 for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.