FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hillbank Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Hillbank Small Business Loans
Hillbank unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Hillbank Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillbank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company 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 contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (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 trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your 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 usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request in standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loans professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.