FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Gaven Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Gaven Small Business Loans
Gaven unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Gaven Business Loans
What is the Larger Gaven Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, 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 trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide 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 also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality company timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health that is your business and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.