FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenslopes Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Greenslopes Small Business Loans
Greenslopes unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Greenslopes Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenslopes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality business times and let us 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 statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.