FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Coburg Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Coburg Small Business Loans
Coburg unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Coburg Business Loans
What is the Larger Coburg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
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?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements 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 within one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
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 routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.