FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cannon Hill Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Cannon Hill Small Business Loans
Cannon Hill unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore 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 weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Cannon Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Cannon Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After 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. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending experts. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.