FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Parnell Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Parnell Small Business Loans
Parnell unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Parnell Business Loans
What is the Larger Parnell Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $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 lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.