FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Karrakup Small Business Loans
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Karrakup unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Karrakup Business Loans
What is the Larger Karrakup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This 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 credit that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular 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 an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure 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 upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.