FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Half Moon Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Half Moon Bay Small Business Loans
Half Moon Bay unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as managing cash flows, 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 Larger Half Moon Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Half Moon Bay 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 weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable 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 contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$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: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply during standard business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.