FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hillcrest Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Hillcrest Small Business Loans
Hillcrest unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
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 remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Hillcrest Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillcrest Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that 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 company needs to be trading for at least 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects for determining what is the well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial aspect 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.