FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cronulla Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Cronulla Small Business Loans
Cronulla unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Cronulla Business Loans
What is the Larger Cronulla Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration 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 specifying the security of a specific 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 a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with 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. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.