FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hillsborough Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Hillsborough Small Business Loans
Hillsborough unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Hillsborough Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillsborough Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own 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 Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality company time and you allow us to make use of 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 the decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner utilises assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.