FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gilberton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Gilberton Small Business Loans
Gilberton unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Gilberton Business Loans
What is the Larger Gilberton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to 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 minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors to determine your health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.