FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Calista Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Calista Small Business Loans
Calista unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Calista Business Loans
What is the Larger Calista 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 term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get 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 $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate 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 simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard company times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your health that is your company and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health for your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The 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 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 have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.