FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Collaroy Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Collaroy Small Business Loans
Collaroy unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either 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 for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Collaroy Business Loans
What is the Larger Collaroy Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as 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-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.