FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Heretaunga Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Heretaunga Small Business Loans
Heretaunga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Heretaunga Business Loans
What is the Larger Heretaunga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require 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 need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.