FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Karaka Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Karaka Small Business Loans
Karaka unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Karaka Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka 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 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is 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 decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.