FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Coolbinia Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Coolbinia Small Business Loans
Coolbinia unsecured loans provides 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 makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Coolbinia Business Loans
What is the Larger Coolbinia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending 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) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.