FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clontarf Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Clontarf Small Business Loans
Clontarf unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Clontarf Business Loans
What is the Larger Clontarf Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined 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 the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so 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. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that 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 lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register 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 permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (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 quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of the business and the level of payments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.