FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Karaka Bays unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Karaka Bays Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Bays Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related 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 an hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining the health for your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do 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 for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.