FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Hinchinbrook Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Hinchinbrook Small Business Loans
Hinchinbrook unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Hinchinbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Hinchinbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and 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 require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply within quality company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.