FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Gilston Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Gilston Small Business Loans
Gilston unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Gilston Business Loans
What is the Larger Gilston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been 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 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank 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 take into consideration a range of factors to determine the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.