FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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 funding for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an 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 worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive 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 quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.