FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Clematis Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Clematis Small Business Loans
Clematis unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Clematis Business Loans
What is the Larger Clematis Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
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 business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with 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 transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.