FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Parkdale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Parkdale Small Business Loans
Parkdale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Parkdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us 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 submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.