FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
Let me know more about One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
One Tree Hill unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger One Tree Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger One Tree Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three 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 an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health for your company and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.