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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Christie Downs Small Business Loans
Christie Downs unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer 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 get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Christie Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Christie Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (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 simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date 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 help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.