FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Eden Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Eden Hill Small Business Loans
Eden Hill unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Eden Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Eden Hill 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 term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application during quality business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your well-being of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.