FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Green Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Green Valley Small Business Loans
Green Valley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Green Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Green Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. 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 prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $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 financial statements for the current year such as age-related 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 provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine your health that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial 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 secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.