FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Forest Glen Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Forest Glen Small Business Loans
Forest Glen unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for the 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 within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Forest Glen Business Loans
What is the Larger Forest Glen Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the well-being of your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.