FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Greendale Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Greendale Small Business Loans
Greendale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Greendale Business Loans
What is the Larger Greendale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.