FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Campbells Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Campbells Bay Small Business Loans
Campbells Bay unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Campbells Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Campbells Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated 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 granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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 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 within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you apply within standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the health for your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.