FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Clarks Beach Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Clarks Beach Small Business Loans
Clarks Beach unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Clarks Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Clarks Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible 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 at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run 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 permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the health of the business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.