FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Harrington Park Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Harrington Park Small Business Loans
Harrington Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Harrington Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Harrington Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the 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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you apply in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may 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 submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining the health for your business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.