FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Carabooda Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Carabooda Small Business Loans
Carabooda unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Carabooda Business Loans
What is the Larger Carabooda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to utilise 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’ll be able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 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 circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.