FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cannon Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Cannon Hill Small Business Loans
Cannon Hill unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as 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 cannot be used for personal purposes.
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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s 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 loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon 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 funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.