FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Como Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Como Small Business Loans
Como unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Como Business Loans
What is the Larger Como Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating for, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.