FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Parkvale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Parkvale Small Business Loans
Parkvale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and 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 the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Parkvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application within normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.