FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Point England Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Point England Small Business Loans
Point England 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.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Point England Business Loans
What is the Larger Point England Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old 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.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what 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 as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.