FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Forrest Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Forrest Hill Small Business Loans
Forrest Hill unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Forrest Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Forrest Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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 trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess your health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.