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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Mount Helena Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Mount Helena Small Business Loans
Mount Helena unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Mount Helena Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Helena Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) 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 form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of elements to determine the well-being of your business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for 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 all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.