FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Haywards Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Haywards Small Business Loans
Haywards unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Haywards Business Loans
What is the Larger Haywards Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 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 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.