FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Cromer Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Cromer Small Business Loans
Cromer unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Cromer Business Loans
What is the Larger Cromer Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of 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 determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive 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 to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.