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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Clifton Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Clifton Hill Small Business Loans
Clifton Hill unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Clifton Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Clifton Hill 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 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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 of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at standard company times and let us make use of 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 a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine the health that is your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.