FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Cornubia Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cornubia Small Business Loans
Cornubia unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Cornubia Business Loans
What is the Larger Cornubia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must 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 to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses the assets they have to get the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.