FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Hawkesbury Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Hawkesbury Heights Small Business Loans
Hawkesbury Heights unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Hawkesbury Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Hawkesbury Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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 you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess your health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
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. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.