FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Christie Downs unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Christie Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Christie Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine what is the health that is your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan 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 pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, 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 punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with 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 amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.