FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Coolbellup Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Coolbellup Small Business Loans
Coolbellup unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Coolbellup Business Loans
What is the Larger Coolbellup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of 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 stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease 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 is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply at normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company 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’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.