FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Holmview Small Business Loans
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Holmview unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Holmview Business Loans
What is the Larger Holmview 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 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
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 $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back 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 goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 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 confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to assess your health of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance 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 weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.