FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Grange Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Grange Small Business Loans
Grange 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 that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Grange Business Loans
What is the Larger Grange Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be 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 crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.