FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hurstbridge Small Business Loans
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Hurstbridge unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Hurstbridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Hurstbridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, 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 necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out 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 process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The 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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at quality business time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you make your application during standard business time and let us 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’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors in order to assess the health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been operating, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
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 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.