FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Cannons Creek unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 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 agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.