FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Greenbank Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Greenbank Small Business Loans
Greenbank unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Greenbank Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenbank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the 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 quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.