FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cockatoo Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Cockatoo Small Business Loans
Cockatoo unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Cockatoo Business Loans
What is the Larger Cockatoo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central 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 allows preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality business time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They 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 balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets 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.
Are I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.