FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hastings Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Hastings Small Business Loans
Hastings unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Hastings Business Loans
What is the Larger Hastings Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be 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 to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take 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 early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated 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 safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.