FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Point Chevalier Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Point Chevalier Small Business Loans
Point Chevalier unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Point Chevalier Business Loans
What is the Larger Point Chevalier Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The 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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for 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 easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard company time and you allow us to 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 a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a tailored 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 you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing 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 earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset 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.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.