FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Papatoetoe Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Papatoetoe Small Business Loans
Papatoetoe unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Papatoetoe Business Loans
What is the Larger Papatoetoe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ 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 verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.