FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Glendowie Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glendowie Small Business Loans
Glendowie unsecured loans offers amounts of 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.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Glendowie Business Loans
What is the Larger Glendowie 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 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The 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 be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.