FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Harrington Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Harrington Park Small Business Loans
Harrington Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Harrington Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Harrington Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess your health of the business and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. 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 don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.