FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Catherine Field Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Catherine Field Small Business Loans
Catherine Field unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Catherine Field Business Loans
What is the Larger Catherine Field Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in 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 the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.