FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the 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.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About 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 company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the 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 with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within quality business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business timings and 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 statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine what is the health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the health that is your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out 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 earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.