FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Helena Valley Small Business Loans
Let me know what you think of the Helena Valley Small Business Loans
Helena Valley unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Helena Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Helena Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit 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 creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply 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 trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply in normal business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly 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 provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess the health that is your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.