FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Golden Grove Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Golden Grove Small Business Loans
Golden Grove unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Golden Grove Business Loans
What is the Larger Golden Grove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own 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 large business loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply 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.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method 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 decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.