FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Goodwood Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Goodwood Heights Small Business Loans
Goodwood Heights unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Goodwood Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Goodwood Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any 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 get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take 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 may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.