FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Elizabeth Hills Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Elizabeth Hills Small Business Loans
Elizabeth Hills unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Elizabeth Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, 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 obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (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 application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your health that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.