FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Gwelup Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Gwelup Small Business Loans
Gwelup unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business 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 use.
About larger Gwelup Business Loans
What is the Larger Gwelup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application within quality company time and let us utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to 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 certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.