FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Claymore Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Claymore Small Business Loans
Claymore unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Claymore Business Loans
What is the Larger Claymore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment 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 necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply in standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan experts. The professionals will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and is a crucial 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 standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.