FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Como Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Como Small Business Loans
Como unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Como Business Loans
What is the Larger Como Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have 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 company loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.