FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Glenside Small Business Loans
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Glenside unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Glenside Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 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 that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business remodeling, buying 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’s by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.