FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Claremont Meadows Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Claremont Meadows Small Business Loans
Claremont Meadows unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Claremont Meadows Business Loans
What is the Larger Claremont Meadows Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). 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 provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.