FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Parkinson Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Parkinson Small Business Loans
Parkinson unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Parkinson Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkinson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated 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 company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine your well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to 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 an business owner uses an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.