FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Pullenvale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Pullenvale Small Business Loans
Pullenvale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Pullenvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Pullenvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, 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) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application within normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of 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 asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.