FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Haywards Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Haywards Small Business Loans
Haywards unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Haywards Business Loans
What is the Larger Haywards Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
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?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (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: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business time and allow us to 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 offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.