FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Greenwich Small Business Loans
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Greenwich unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Greenwich Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenwich Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being for your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.