FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Glenside Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Glenside Small Business Loans
Glenside unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Glenside Business Loans
What is the Larger Glenside 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 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$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: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.