FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six 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 particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining what is the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess your well-being for your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use 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 privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.