FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Gidgegannup Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Gidgegannup Small Business Loans
Gidgegannup unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Gidgegannup Business Loans
What is the Larger Gidgegannup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to 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 prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company is in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could 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.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.