FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cromer Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cromer Small Business Loans
Cromer unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Cromer Business Loans
What is the Larger Cromer Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s 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 terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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 of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply in quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the health for your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from day one. 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 are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.