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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cockle Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Cockle Bay Small Business Loans
Cockle Bay unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is 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 for nearly any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Cockle Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Cockle Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make 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 made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.