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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Cannons Creek unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannons Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money 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 business is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.