FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Upper Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Upper Hutt Small Business Loans
Upper Hutt unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance 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 could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Upper Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful company credit experts. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with 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 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.