FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Para Vista Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Para Vista Small Business Loans
Para Vista unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Para Vista Business Loans
What is the Larger Para Vista Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business need, 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 reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve 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 specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business 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 specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your health of your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that 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 funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.