FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gaythorne Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gaythorne Small Business Loans
Gaythorne unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Gaythorne Business Loans
What is the Larger Gaythorne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which 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, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated 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 allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.