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 provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Naragba Business Loans
What is the Larger Naragba Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
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?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can be registered with 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 ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (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 in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it may 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 certain amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.