FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cudgen Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cudgen Small Business Loans
Cudgen unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Cudgen Business Loans
What is the Larger Cudgen Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable 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 contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application in quality company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so 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 pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.