FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Park Ridge Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Park Ridge Small Business Loans
Park Ridge unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Park Ridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Park Ridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during standard company hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company loan specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.