FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Holden Hill Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Holden Hill Small Business Loans
Holden Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Holden Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Holden Hill 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 fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large 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) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer 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 makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.