FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Castle Cove Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Castle Cove Small Business Loans
Castle Cove unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Castle Cove Business Loans
What is the Larger Castle Cove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess what is the health that is your business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.