FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Craigie Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Craigie Small Business Loans
Craigie unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Craigie Business Loans
What is the Larger Craigie Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess the health of your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.