FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Cashmere Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cashmere Small Business Loans
Cashmere unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including cash flow management, company 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 use.
About larger Cashmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Cashmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company timings and permit 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 bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending experts. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online 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 company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.