FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Haywards Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Haywards Small Business Loans
Haywards unsecured loans provides amounts of 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.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant 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. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning 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. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business time and allow us to 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 provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.