FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hallett Cove Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Hallett Cove Small Business Loans
Hallett Cove unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Hallett Cove Business Loans
What is the Larger Hallett Cove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
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 transactions (for for the 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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking 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 in just one hour – as long as you apply in normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the health of the company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide a fast 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 makes use of assets they own to make the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.