FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Castlecrag Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Castlecrag Small Business Loans
Castlecrag unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Castlecrag Business Loans
What is the Larger Castlecrag Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% 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 operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business times and 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 statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, 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 particular amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine what is the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.