FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Lower Hutt Small Business Loans
Lower Hutt unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Lower Hutt Business Loans
What is the Larger Lower Hutt 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 term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business 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 of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements in order to assess what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you 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 company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.