FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Hastings Point Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Hastings Point Small Business Loans
Hastings Point unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Hastings Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Hastings Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for 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 simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply within quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.