FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glenwood Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Glenwood Small Business Loans
Glenwood unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Glenwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details 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 financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.