FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Hillsborough Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Hillsborough Small Business Loans
Hillsborough unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Hillsborough Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillsborough Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you apply at normal business time and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.