FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Glen Forrest Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Glen Forrest Small Business Loans
Glen Forrest unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Glen Forrest Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Forrest Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A 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 loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company 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 can be used to fund almost every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
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 can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails 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 that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for 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 process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses 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 truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.