FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Cumberland Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Cumberland Park Small Business Loans
Cumberland Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Cumberland Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Cumberland Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business 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) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements 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 reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in quality company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loan specialists. The experts will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.