FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Clear Mountain Small Business Loans
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Clear Mountain unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Clear Mountain Business Loans
What is the Larger Clear Mountain 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 for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll 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: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.