FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenwith Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Greenwith Small Business Loans
Greenwith unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Greenwith Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenwith Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision 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 is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll 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, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost 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 decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.