FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pearsall Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Pearsall Small Business Loans
Pearsall unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Pearsall Business Loans
What is the Larger Pearsall Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an 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 of trading (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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, 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 twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the health for your company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.