FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Grafton Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Grafton Small Business Loans
Grafton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Grafton Business Loans
What is the Larger Grafton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay 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 objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.