FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Heidelberg Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Heidelberg Small Business Loans
Heidelberg unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Heidelberg Business Loans
What is the Larger Heidelberg Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality business timings and 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 in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your 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 deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply at standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request the business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to get the funding. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.