FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Golflands Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Golflands Small Business Loans
Golflands unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Golflands Business Loans
What is the Larger Golflands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is 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 allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during standard company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with 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 cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.