FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Grasmere Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Grasmere Small Business Loans
Grasmere unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Grasmere Business Loans
What is the Larger Grasmere Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
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 loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just 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 transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.