FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Camden Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Camden Park Small Business Loans
Camden Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Camden Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Camden Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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 of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the health of the business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus 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 repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises assets they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure 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 additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.