FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glenbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Glenbrook Small Business Loans
Glenbrook unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is 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 virtually any company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Glenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenbrook 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 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged 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 $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right 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 in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.