FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Paparangi Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Paparangi Small Business Loans
Paparangi unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 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 a traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, 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 purposes.
About larger Paparangi Business Loans
What is the Larger Paparangi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t 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 decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.