FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Gladstone Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gladstone Park Small Business Loans
Gladstone Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Gladstone Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Gladstone Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost all business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.