FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Crestmead Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Crestmead Small Business Loans
Crestmead unsecured loans offers 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.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Crestmead Business Loans
What is the Larger Crestmead Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements that determine the health of your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details 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 a company owner uses assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.