FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Highgate Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Highgate Small Business Loans
Highgate unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 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 your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Highgate Business Loans
What is the Larger Highgate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine your health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine your health of your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up 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 loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure 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 utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.