FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hallan Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Hallan Small Business Loans
Hallan unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Hallan Business Loans
What is the Larger Hallan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all business purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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)
- can demonstrate 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application in quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in 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% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.