FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hataitai Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Hataitai Small Business Loans
Hataitai unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be 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 a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Hataitai Business Loans
What is the Larger Hataitai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
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, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you 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 all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing 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, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.