FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Grose Vale Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Grose Vale Small Business Loans
Grose Vale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could 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 company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Grose Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Grose Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment 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. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public 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 company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and allow us to utilise 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 can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining the health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.