FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Clarendon Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Clarendon Small Business Loans
Clarendon unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on 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 a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Clarendon Business Loans
What is the Larger Clarendon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
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% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your 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 particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and a vital 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.