FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Heathcote Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Heathcote Small Business Loans
Heathcote unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Heathcote Business Loans
What is the Larger Heathcote Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee 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 operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
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 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 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 could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements for determining the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.