FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Claymore Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Claymore Small Business Loans
Claymore unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and 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 nearly any company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Claymore Business Loans
What is the Larger Claymore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to 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 to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess what is the health for your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.