FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hawkesbury Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Hawkesbury Heights Small Business Loans
Hawkesbury Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the 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 business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your health of your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.