FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Holland Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Holland Park Small Business Loans
Holland Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Holland Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Holland Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
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 percentage 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 have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply in quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine your well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to determine your well-being of your company and the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing 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 loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.