FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Greenvale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Greenvale Small Business Loans
Greenvale unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees 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?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Greenvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard company hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining the health that is your business and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.