FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gailes Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gailes Small Business Loans
Gailes unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Gailes Business Loans
What is the Larger Gailes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The 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 loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises assets they own to secure 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 as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer 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 is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.