FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Grenada Village Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Grenada Village Small Business Loans
Grenada Village unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Grenada Village Business Loans
What is the Larger Grenada Village Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated 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 company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during standard company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the health that is your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health of the business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated 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 loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data 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 safeguard your data, is vital and an integral 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.