FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Caufield North Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Caufield North Small Business Loans
Caufield North unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Caufield North Business Loans
What is the Larger Caufield North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible 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, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. 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, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.