FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Calder Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Calder Park Small Business Loans
Calder Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Calder Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Calder Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount 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 as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing 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 loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.