FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenacres Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Greenacres Small Business Loans
Greenacres unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Greenacres Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenacres Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.