FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Highbury Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Highbury Small Business Loans
Highbury unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Highbury Business Loans
What is the Larger Highbury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application during normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine what is the health of the company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been operating for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. The professionals will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, 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 employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.