FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Gracefield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Gracefield Small Business Loans
Gracefield unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Gracefield Business Loans
What is the Larger Gracefield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of 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 just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to 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 typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it may take 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 look at a variety of factors in order to assess your well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.