FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Cannington Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Cannington Small Business Loans
Cannington unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Cannington Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion 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 depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage 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 have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old 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 funds for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if 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 records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.