FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Clematis Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Clematis Small Business Loans
Clematis unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Clematis Business Loans
What is the Larger Clematis Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information 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 a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.