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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clendon Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Clendon Park Small Business Loans
Clendon Park unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Clendon Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Clendon Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.