FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Parkwood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Parkwood Small Business Loans
Parkwood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Parkwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.