FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Cannons Creek Small Business Loans
Cannons Creek unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment 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 business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (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 Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and 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: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine the health that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.