FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenbank Small Business Loans
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Greenbank unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Greenbank Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenbank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check 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 questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential aspect 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.