FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Heidelberg West Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Heidelberg West Small Business Loans
Heidelberg West unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Heidelberg West Business Loans
What is the Larger Heidelberg West Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also 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 minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in quality company times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health of the company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.