FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Penrose Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Penrose Small Business Loans
Penrose unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Penrose Business Loans
What is the Larger Penrose 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business timings and permit us to make use of 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 will be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health that is your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, 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 punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.