FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about One Tree Hill Small Business Loans
One Tree Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger One Tree Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger One Tree Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% 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 the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loan professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.