FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Heathridge Small Business Loans
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Heathridge unsecured loans offers 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 makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Heathridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Heathridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application during quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application at normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.