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Information About The Crofton Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Crofton Downs Small Business Loans
Crofton Downs unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Crofton Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Crofton Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as 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 necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply at standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the 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. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
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 designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.