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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Golflands Small Business Loans
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Golflands unsecured loans provides 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 the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Golflands Business Loans
What is the Larger Golflands Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.