FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Parnell Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Parnell Small Business Loans
Parnell unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Parnell Business Loans
What is the Larger Parnell Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible 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 $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.