FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Cannons Creek unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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 trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the company credit, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.