FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cornwallis Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Cornwallis Small Business Loans
Cornwallis unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Cornwallis Business Loans
What is the Larger Cornwallis 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 that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.