FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cowandilla Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Cowandilla Small Business Loans
Cowandilla unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Cowandilla Business Loans
What is the Larger Cowandilla Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 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 specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your health of the company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating and how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.