FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Glenside Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Glenside Small Business Loans
Glenside unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Glenside Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenside Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need 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 also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the well-being of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.