FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clontarf Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Clontarf Small Business Loans
Clontarf unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Clontarf Business Loans
What is the Larger Clontarf 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 fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you apply within standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do 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 do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.