FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pooraka Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Pooraka Small Business Loans
Pooraka unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Pooraka Business Loans
What is the Larger Pooraka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible 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 grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for 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 easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 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 the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.