FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Clover Park Small Business Loans
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Clover Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Clover Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Clover Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify 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 with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to do this 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 well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the 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. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been operating and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
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 establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.