FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Onehunga Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Onehunga Small Business Loans
Onehunga unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Onehunga Business Loans
What is the Larger Onehunga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, 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 funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee 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 are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.