FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Grose Wold Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Grose Wold Small Business Loans
Grose Wold 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 per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Grose Wold Business Loans
What is the Larger Grose Wold Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of 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 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 privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.