FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Horokiwi Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Horokiwi Small Business Loans
Horokiwi unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Horokiwi Business Loans
What is the Larger Horokiwi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.