FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Old Guildford Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Old Guildford Small Business Loans
Old Guildford unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Old Guildford Business Loans
What is the Larger Old Guildford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives 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 lodged to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at standard company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve 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. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.