FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Caufield South Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Caufield South Small Business Loans
Caufield South unsecured loans provides amounts of 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 makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Caufield South Business Loans
What is the Larger Caufield South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online 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 business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.