FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Paradise Point Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Paradise Point Small Business Loans
Paradise Point unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Paradise Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Paradise Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory 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 required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six 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 in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard company time and you allow us to use 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 can provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.