FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Parkdale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Parkdale Small Business Loans
Parkdale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Parkdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and let us use 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 are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your health for your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any 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 get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.