FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Coburg Small Business Loans
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Coburg unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Coburg Business Loans
What is the Larger Coburg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply in quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the health for your business and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.