FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Catherine Field Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Catherine Field Small Business Loans
Catherine Field unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Catherine Field Business Loans
What is the Larger Catherine Field 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. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company 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 lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality company time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.