FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Parkinson Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Parkinson Small Business Loans
Parkinson unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Parkinson Business Loans
What is the Larger Parkinson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying 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 an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables in order to assess what is the health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long 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 any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.