FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Hamilton Hill Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Hamilton Hill Small Business Loans
Hamilton Hill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Hamilton Hill Business Loans
What is the Larger Hamilton Hill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined 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 company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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 funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.