FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Glen Waverley Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Glen Waverley Small Business Loans
Glen Waverley unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees 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?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Glen Waverley Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Waverley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater 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, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure 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 upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of your business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been operating for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.