FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Harbour View Small Business Loans
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Harbour View unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Harbour View Business Loans
What is the Larger Harbour View Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details 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 twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your 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 transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health of your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.