FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Papakowhai Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Papakowhai Small Business Loans
Papakowhai unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Papakowhai Business Loans
What is the Larger Papakowhai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor 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 records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a 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 will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.