FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Happy Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Happy Valley Small Business Loans
Happy Valley unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Happy Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Happy Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (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 require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company has been in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.