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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Grafton Small Business Loans
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Grafton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Grafton Business Loans
What is the Larger Grafton 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 fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also 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 prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID 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 require:
$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-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine the health of your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential 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 sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.