FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Harbour View Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Harbour View Small Business Loans
Harbour View unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Harbour View Business Loans
What is the Larger Harbour View Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 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 may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
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 However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.