FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gladstone Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Gladstone Park Small Business Loans
Gladstone Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Gladstone Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Gladstone Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for 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 can be done by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee 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’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.