FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenwich Small Business Loans
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Greenwich unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Greenwich Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenwich Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within standard company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine your health of the company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm 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 an company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may 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 lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.