FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glenbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Glenbrook Small Business Loans
Glenbrook unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Glenbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be 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 demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a 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 easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess the well-being of your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need 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 request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.