FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Parkinson Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Parkinson Small Business Loans
Parkinson unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
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 company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the health of your company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount 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 as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.