FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Naragba Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Naragba Small Business Loans
Naragba unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Naragba Business Loans
What is the Larger Naragba Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply at standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship 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 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.