FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Carramar Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Carramar Small Business Loans
Carramar unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Carramar Business Loans
What is the Larger Carramar Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a 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 will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.