FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Portsea Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Portsea Small Business Loans
Portsea unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply 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 business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Portsea Business Loans
What is the Larger Portsea 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being for your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. 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 are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. The professionals 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 remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.