FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Karaka Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Karaka Small Business Loans
Karaka unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Karaka Business Loans
What is the Larger Karaka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth 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 the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase 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 necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over an 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 registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, 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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements 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 typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.