FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Guildford Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Guildford Small Business Loans
Guildford unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Guildford Business Loans
What is the Larger Guildford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available 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 the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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 easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take 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 just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and 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 cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.