FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Pimpama Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Pimpama Small Business Loans
Pimpama unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Pimpama Business Loans
What is the Larger Pimpama 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 term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company remodeling, buying 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 to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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 in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business 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 vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.