FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Paremata Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Paremata Small Business Loans
Paremata unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into 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 company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Paremata Business Loans
What is the Larger Paremata Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once 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 specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess the health of the company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with 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 and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.