FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Piara Waters Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Piara Waters Small Business Loans
Piara Waters unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including 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?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Piara Waters Business Loans
What is the Larger Piara Waters Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). 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 to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of the company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.