FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Helena Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Helena Valley Small Business Loans
Helena Valley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Helena Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Helena Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine the well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit 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 depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (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 absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. 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% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.