FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Glen Eden unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business 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 is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Glen Eden Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Eden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage 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 have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take 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 offer a response in one hour if you apply at standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements to determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.