FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Claremont Meadows Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Claremont Meadows Small Business Loans
Claremont Meadows unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Claremont Meadows Business Loans
What is the Larger Claremont Meadows Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or 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 required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.