FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Pearsall Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Pearsall Small Business Loans
Pearsall unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Pearsall Business Loans
What is the Larger Pearsall Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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 simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.