FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
Let me know about the One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
One Tree Hill unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger One Tree Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger One Tree Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back 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 that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
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, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, 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 credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer 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 can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loan specialists. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.