FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application within standard company timings and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables to determine what is the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.