FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cullacabardee Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cullacabardee Small Business Loans
Cullacabardee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Cullacabardee Business Loans
What is the Larger Cullacabardee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application within standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll 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 accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.