FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Grafton Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Grafton Small Business Loans
Grafton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Grafton Business Loans
What is the Larger Grafton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during quality business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application at standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine your well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level 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
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.