FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Cornubia Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Cornubia Small Business Loans
Cornubia unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Cornubia Business Loans
What is the Larger Cornubia Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive 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 have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you apply within standard business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine your well-being that is your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral 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 sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.