FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Henderson Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Henderson Small Business Loans
Henderson unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Henderson Business Loans
What is the Larger Henderson Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The 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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.