FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Camperdown Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Camperdown Small Business Loans
Camperdown unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Camperdown Business Loans
What is the Larger Camperdown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the 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 easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking 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 able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the health of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a 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. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.