FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Croydon South Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Croydon South Small Business Loans
Croydon South unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Croydon South Business Loans
What is the Larger Croydon South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as 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 in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central 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 permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being of your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance 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 techniques 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 security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.