FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Canning Vale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Canning Vale Small Business Loans
Canning Vale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Canning Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Canning Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (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 for nearly all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). 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.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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 trade (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $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: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.