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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Plympton Small Business Loans
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Plympton unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Plympton Business Loans
What is the Larger Plympton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. 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 least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply in standard company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business hours and permit us to utilise 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 are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine your health of your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health that is your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.