FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Cashmere Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Cashmere Small Business Loans
Cashmere 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 what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Cashmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Cashmere 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 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$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 of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being of your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been running, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you 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 earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential 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 sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.