FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Parkwood Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Parkwood Small Business Loans
Parkwood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Parkwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business 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 reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait 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 just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required 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 don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.