FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Glen Innes unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Glen Innes Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Innes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (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 Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months 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 you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you apply in normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised 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 use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate 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 borrows from an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.