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Glen Huntley unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Glen Huntley Business Loans
What is the Larger Glen Huntley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal 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 instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated 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 an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.