FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hinchinbrook Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Hinchinbrook Small Business Loans
Hinchinbrook unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Hinchinbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Hinchinbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to 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 covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer rapid 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 makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.