FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Gould Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Gould Creek Small Business Loans
Gould Creek unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Gould Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Gould Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.