FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Eden Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Eden Hill Small Business Loans
Eden Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Eden Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Eden Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the 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 simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply in standard company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are 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 in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little 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 will consider a number of variables to determine your health of the company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running for, whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up 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% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.