FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hillsborough Small Business Loans
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Hillsborough unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could 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 cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Hillsborough Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillsborough 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 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration through 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 general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply 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.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess what is the well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.