FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hughesdale Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Hughesdale Small Business Loans
Hughesdale unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Hughesdale Business Loans
What is the Larger Hughesdale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the 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 quick and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements that determine your well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.