FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glenfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glenfield Small Business Loans
Glenfield unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Glenfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are 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 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 company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 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 Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan 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: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, 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 reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a 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 conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of the business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer 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 a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.