FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Hillpark Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Hillpark Small Business Loans
Hillpark unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as control 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 reasons.
Concerning Larger Hillpark Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillpark Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements 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 specific amount we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of the company and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, from day one. 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 can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.