FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Karaka Bays Small Business Loans
Karaka Bays unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business 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 fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning 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 expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The 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 in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (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, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply at standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.