FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Clarkson Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Clarkson Small Business Loans
Clarkson unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Clarkson Business Loans
What is the Larger Clarkson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could 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 assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, 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 an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans 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 balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.