FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Huntingdale Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Huntingdale Small Business Loans
Huntingdale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Huntingdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Huntingdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company 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’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and 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 to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during quality company times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health of the business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.