FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Seven Hills Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Seven Hills Small Business Loans
Seven Hills unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Seven Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Seven Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us 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 look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your health of your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.