FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Glenroy Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Glenroy Small Business Loans
Glenroy unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Glenroy Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenroy Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and 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 can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply in quality company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings 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 are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, 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 certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine your health for your business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.