FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Unsworth Heights unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Unsworth Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Unsworth Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as 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 used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health for your company and the extent of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you request our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been running, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. 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 apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in 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 amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.