FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pukerua Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Pukerua Bay Small Business Loans
Pukerua Bay unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Pukerua Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Pukerua Bay 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 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six 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 process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six 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. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.