FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Parramatta Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Parramatta Small Business Loans
Parramatta unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Parramatta Business Loans
What is the Larger Parramatta Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess your health of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. 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 make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral aspect 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.