FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gymea Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Gymea Small Business Loans
Gymea unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Gymea Business Loans
What is the Larger Gymea Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.