FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clarence Gardens Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Clarence Gardens Small Business Loans
Clarence Gardens unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Clarence Gardens Business Loans
What is the Larger Clarence Gardens Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated 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 that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in normal business time and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.