FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Greenacre Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Greenacre Small Business Loans
Greenacre unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Greenacre Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenacre Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the health of the company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect 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 use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.