FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hendon Small Business Loans
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Hendon unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Hendon Business Loans
What is the Larger Hendon Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being 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 assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, 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 reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within normal business time and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from the assets they have to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.