FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gnangara Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Gnangara Small Business Loans
Gnangara unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising 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 Gnangara Business Loans
What is the Larger Gnangara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure 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 an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us 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 specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company lending experts. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.