FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Coogee Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Coogee Small Business Loans
Coogee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Coogee Business Loans
What is the Larger Coogee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.