FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request in standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.