FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Paremata Small Business Loans
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Paremata unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Paremata Business Loans
What is the Larger Paremata Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous 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 within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.