FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Elizabeth Hills Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Elizabeth Hills Small Business Loans
Elizabeth Hills unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Elizabeth Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Elizabeth Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure 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 operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 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 statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.