FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Paradise Small Business Loans
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Paradise unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Paradise Business Loans
What is the Larger Paradise Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine what is the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health that is your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.