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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Craigmore Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Craigmore Small Business Loans
Craigmore unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Craigmore Business Loans
What is the Larger Craigmore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various 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 operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.