FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Carlton Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Carlton Small Business Loans
Carlton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Carlton Business Loans
What is the Larger Carlton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the health of your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer 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 uses assets they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.