FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hobartville Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Hobartville Small Business Loans
Hobartville unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Hobartville Business Loans
What is the Larger Hobartville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company 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 weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business 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 records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
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’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply in standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have 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 circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements for determining the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.