FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Glen Innes Small Business Loans
Glen Innes unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range 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 a traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Glen Innes Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Innes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled 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% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including business renovations, to purchase 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 is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can 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 worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $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 be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.