FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Castor Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Castor Bay Small Business Loans
Castor Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Castor Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Castor Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. 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 vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.