FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Casula Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Casula Small Business Loans
Casula unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Casula Business Loans
What is the Larger Casula Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been 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) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for 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. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess the health that is your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan 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. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.