FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Panmure Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Panmure Small Business Loans
Panmure unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Panmure Business Loans
What is the Larger Panmure Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application within standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.