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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Karaka Bays unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Karaka Bays Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Bays Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if 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 reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of 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 as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within standard company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.