FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Paremata Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Paremata Small Business Loans
Paremata unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or 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 reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Paremata Business Loans
What is the Larger Paremata Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and allow us to utilise 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’ll be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 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 on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.