FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Coldstream Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Coldstream Small Business Loans
Coldstream unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Coldstream Business Loans
What is the Larger Coldstream Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply within quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.