FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hunua Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Hunua Small Business Loans
Hunua unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Hunua Business Loans
What is the Larger Hunua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official 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 the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the 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 easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine what is the well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and 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 charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship 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 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.