FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Guildford Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Guildford Small Business Loans
Guildford unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Guildford Business Loans
What is the Larger Guildford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply 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 business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with 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: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within quality company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, 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 submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of your company and the extent of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing 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% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.