FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Paddington Small Business Loans
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Paddington unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Paddington Business Loans
What is the Larger Paddington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company 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 reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the health of the company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.