FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hunters Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Hunters Hill Small Business Loans
Hunters Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Hunters Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Hunters Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining how much we can lend you health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital element 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 secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.