FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Grenada North Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Grenada North Small Business Loans
Grenada North unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Grenada North Business Loans
What is the Larger Grenada North 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
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 of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.