FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Preston Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Preston Small Business Loans
Preston unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Preston Business Loans
What is the Larger Preston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth 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 your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible 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. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.