FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined 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 that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply within quality company time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess the well-being of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we will 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. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. The experts will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital element 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 as well as financial data. 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 to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.