FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Clagiraba Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Clagiraba Small Business Loans
Clagiraba unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Clagiraba Business Loans
What is the Larger Clagiraba 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 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. 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 prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing 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 liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, 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 and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.