FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Henley Brook Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Henley Brook Small Business Loans
Henley Brook unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Henley Brook Business Loans
What is the Larger Henley Brook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply at quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your health of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.