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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Greenhithe Small Business Loans
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Greenhithe unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Greenhithe Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenhithe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending 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) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.