FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Karaka Harbourside Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Karaka Harbourside Small Business Loans
Karaka Harbourside unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Karaka Harbourside Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Harbourside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as 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 necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information 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 instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.