FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clovelly Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Clovelly Small Business Loans
Clovelly unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Clovelly Business Loans
What is the Larger Clovelly 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), 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 – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.