FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Huntleys Cove Small Business Loans
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Huntleys Cove unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Huntleys Cove Business Loans
What is the Larger Huntleys Cove 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 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for 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 with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details 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 statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business time and permit us to make use of 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 can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.