FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Parkwood Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Parkwood Small Business Loans
Parkwood unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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 company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement 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 summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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 a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.