FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Pullenvale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Pullenvale Small Business Loans
Pullenvale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Pullenvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Pullenvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval 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 could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine what is the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.