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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Patumahoe Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Patumahoe Small Business Loans
Patumahoe unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Patumahoe Business Loans
What is the Larger Patumahoe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess your well-being of the business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay 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 in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.