FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Highgate Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Highgate Small Business Loans
Highgate unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could 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 company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Highgate Business Loans
What is the Larger Highgate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects in order to assess what is the health of your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with 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 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.