FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Carnegie Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Carnegie Small Business Loans
Carnegie unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Carnegie Business Loans
What is the Larger Carnegie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company 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 specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for 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 and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.