FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Glen Innes unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Glen Innes Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Innes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be 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 is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the health for your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.