FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Gaven Small Business Loans
Let me know more about 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 which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on 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 be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Gaven Business Loans
What is the Larger Gaven Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables that determine the health for your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will 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 like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit experts. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.