FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Para Hills Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Para Hills Small Business Loans
Para Hills unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then 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 to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Para Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Para Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable 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 contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business time and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your health of the business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.