FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glenside Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Glenside Small Business Loans
Glenside unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Glenside Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive 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 in quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.