FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gracefield Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Gracefield Small Business Loans
Gracefield unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into 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 reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Gracefield Business Loans
What is the Larger Gracefield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able 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 you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (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 any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit experts. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be 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, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.