FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pinehill Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Pinehill Small Business Loans
Pinehill unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Pinehill Business Loans
What is the Larger Pinehill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and allow us to use 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 an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the health of your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.