FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Coolaroo Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Coolaroo Small Business Loans
Coolaroo unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to this 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 refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Coolaroo Business Loans
What is the Larger Coolaroo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be 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 the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly 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 is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.