FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Grenada Village Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Grenada Village Small Business Loans
Grenada Village unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Grenada Village Business Loans
What is the Larger Grenada Village Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply within normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.