FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Carina Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Carina Small Business Loans
Carina unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Carina Business Loans
What is the Larger Carina Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors for determining what is the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.