FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Greendale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Greendale Small Business Loans
Greendale unsecured loans provides 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.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Greendale Business Loans
What is the Larger Greendale 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application within standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply at standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 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. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you health of the business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.