FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Arch Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Arch Hill Small Business Loans
Arch Hill unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Arch Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Arch Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and 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. This is as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request at normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can 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 certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.