FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Chermside West Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Chermside West Small Business Loans
Chermside West unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Chermside West Business Loans
What is the Larger Chermside West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details 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, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.