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 the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on 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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during normal business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing 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 the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.