FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Panorama Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Panorama Small Business Loans
Panorama unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Panorama Business Loans
What is the Larger Panorama Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of 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 an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality company times and let us 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 an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health of your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly 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 punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.