FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Croydon Park Small Business Loans
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Croydon Park unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Croydon Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Croydon Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including business remodeling, buying 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 required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise 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 ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth 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 IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine what is the health of your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.