FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Unsworth Heights Small Business Loans
Unsworth Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Unsworth Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Unsworth Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have 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 Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include registration through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health 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 extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.