FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Heathpool Small Business Loans
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Heathpool unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Heathpool Business Loans
What is the Larger Heathpool Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer a response in one hour if you make your application within quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements that determine the health for your company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using 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.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.