FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Glenelg South Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Glenelg South Small Business Loans
Glenelg South unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Glenelg South Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenelg South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application at quality company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with 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 earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. 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, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.