FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Heretaunga Small Business Loans
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Heretaunga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Heretaunga Business Loans
What is the Larger Heretaunga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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 the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $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: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine your well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total 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 and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.