FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Cannons Creek unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent 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 trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a 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 fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to 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 decide to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply during standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly 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 provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the very 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 apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing 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 loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.