FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Karaka Harbourside Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Karaka Harbourside Small Business Loans
Karaka Harbourside unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control 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 the Larger Karaka Harbourside Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Harbourside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After 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 transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your health of your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on 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 expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment 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 the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.