FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Carbrook Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Carbrook Small Business Loans
Carbrook unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Carbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Carbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible 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. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may 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, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.