FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could 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 for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to 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 of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
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. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.