FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Homebush Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Homebush Small Business Loans
Homebush unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Homebush Business Loans
What is the Larger Homebush Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the health for your business and the level of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.