FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Glenfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glenfield Small Business Loans
Glenfield unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Glenfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to 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 cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.