FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Crows Nest Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Crows Nest Small Business Loans
Crows Nest unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Crows Nest Business Loans
What is the Larger Crows Nest Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application in quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing 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 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.