FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Grey Lynn Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Grey Lynn Small Business Loans
Grey Lynn unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Grey Lynn Business Loans
What is the Larger Grey Lynn Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised 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 to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – provided you apply during standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.