FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Corinda Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Corinda Small Business Loans
Corinda unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Corinda Business Loans
What is the Larger Corinda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply 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 of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to make use of 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 the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal company 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 accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health for your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.