FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of 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 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available 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 amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible 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 six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the business is in operation, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details for 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 early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset that they own to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.