FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Carlingford Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Carlingford Small Business Loans
Carlingford unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Carlingford Business Loans
What is the Larger Carlingford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine the health that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.