FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glenwood Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Glenwood Small Business Loans
Glenwood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Glenwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods 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 filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply in standard business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.