FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Glen Eden unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Glen Eden Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Eden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for 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 by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.