FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Portsea Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Portsea Small Business Loans
Portsea unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Portsea Business Loans
What is the Larger Portsea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as 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 necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $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 be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $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 as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your 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. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the health for your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. 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 being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial 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 and other 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 banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.