FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hataitai Small Business Loans
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Hataitai unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Hataitai Business Loans
What is the Larger Hataitai 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 with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of 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 in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for 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 fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application within standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company lending experts. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.