FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hongoeka Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Hongoeka Small Business Loans
Hongoeka unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Hongoeka Business Loans
What is the Larger Hongoeka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine your health for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner utilises the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.