FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Para Vista Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Para Vista Small Business Loans
Para Vista unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Para Vista Business Loans
What is the Larger Para Vista Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining the well-being of your company and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.