FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Karaka Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Karaka Small Business Loans
Karaka unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided 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 virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Karaka Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s 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 be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application in quality company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the health of your company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running and whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential element 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.