FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clover Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Clover Park Small Business Loans
Clover Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Clover Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Clover Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine your health of the business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.