FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Parafield Gardens Small Business Loans
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Parafield Gardens unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Parafield Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Parafield Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the health of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing 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 company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.