FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Craigmore Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Craigmore Small Business Loans
Craigmore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Craigmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Craigmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request at normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.