FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Haynes Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Haynes Small Business Loans
Haynes unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Haynes Business Loans
What is the Larger Haynes Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application within quality business timings and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and permit us to utilise 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 provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.