FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Unsworth Heights unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as cash flow management, 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 the Larger Unsworth Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Unsworth Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request within normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money 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 business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear 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 part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.