FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cranbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Cranbourne Small Business Loans
Cranbourne unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Cranbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger Cranbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). 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 lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.