FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Valley Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Valley Heights Small Business Loans
Valley Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Valley Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Valley Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine what is the health for your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health that is your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan 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 am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of paramount importance 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.