FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Connolly Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Connolly Small Business Loans
Connolly 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 per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Connolly Business Loans
What is the Larger Connolly 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 fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the health of your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health of your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect 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 customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.