FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Horokiwi Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Horokiwi Small Business Loans
Horokiwi unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Horokiwi Business Loans
What is the Larger Horokiwi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance 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 are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.