FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Coogee Small Business Loans
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Coogee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Coogee Business Loans
What is the Larger Coogee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a 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 prove at least 6 months of business (for a 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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within normal business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will 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 to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess the well-being of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
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 that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.