FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Heathwood Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Heathwood Small Business Loans
Heathwood unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Heathwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Heathwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay 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 priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess your health for your company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, from the 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 in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.