FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the College Park Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the College Park Small Business Loans
College Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger College Park Business Loans
What is the Larger College Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that 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 loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses an asset they own to make a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.