FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Glen Eden unsecured loans provides 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 this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Glen Eden Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Eden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined 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 company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
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, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.