FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gracefield Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Gracefield Small Business Loans
Gracefield unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Gracefield Business Loans
What is the Larger Gracefield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much 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 you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with 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. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.