FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Greenmount Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Greenmount Small Business Loans
Greenmount unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Greenmount Business Loans
What is the Larger Greenmount Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory 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 necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. The specialists will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.