FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (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 require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been running for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.