FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Glendenning Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Glendenning Small Business Loans
Glendenning unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Glendenning Business Loans
What is the Larger Glendenning Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $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 determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which 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 loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess the health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.