FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The North Plympton Small Business Loans
Let me know more about North Plympton Small Business Loans
North Plympton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger North Plympton Business Loans
What is the Larger North Plympton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as 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 to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account 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 submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data 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 protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect 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 that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.