FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clyde Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Clyde Small Business Loans
Clyde unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Clyde Business Loans
What is the Larger Clyde Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income 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 minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit experts. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.