FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Grange Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Grange Small Business Loans
Grange unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Grange Business Loans
What is the Larger Grange Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business timings and permit us to use 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 provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.