FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Croydon South Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Croydon South Small Business Loans
Croydon South unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Croydon South Business Loans
What is the Larger Croydon South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality business hours and permit 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 statement, we’ll provide the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining the health for your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine your health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (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 absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do 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. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.