FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Glen Eden Small Business Loans
Glen Eden unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Glen Eden Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Eden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can 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 aspects that determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated 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 a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.