FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Casuarina Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Casuarina Small Business Loans
Casuarina unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Casuarina Business Loans
What is the Larger Casuarina Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality company time and let us utilise 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’ll be able to provide an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques 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 make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.