FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hope Valley Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Hope Valley Small Business Loans
Hope Valley unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then 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 almost every business purpose including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Hope Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Hope Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is 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, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any business need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
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 allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during quality business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply at normal business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.