FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Christie Downs unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Christie Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Christie Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s 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.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.