FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Clyde North Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Clyde North Small Business Loans
Clyde North unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Clyde North Business Loans
What is the Larger Clyde North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as 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 for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 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 specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors for determining your health of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.