FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Upper Hermitage Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Upper Hermitage Small Business Loans
Upper Hermitage unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Upper Hermitage Business Loans
What is the Larger Upper Hermitage Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be 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) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible 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 that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an 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 you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details 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, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait 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 the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply at normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the company is in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer 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 obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.