FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Guildford West Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Guildford West Small Business Loans
Guildford West unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Guildford West Business Loans
What is the Larger Guildford West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application in standard company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no 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 can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.