FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Caufield North Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Caufield North Small Business Loans
Caufield North unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Caufield North Business Loans
What is the Larger Caufield North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.