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Small Business Loan Eligibility Criteria

The requirements for getting an unsecured business loan in Wellington of between $5K and $100K are pretty minimal.

  • At least 6 months in business
  • At least $6,000 revenue per month
  • Be a New Zealand based business with a New Zealand Business Number (NZBN)
  • Drivers Licence or Passport for identification proof
  • Make sure you have a New Zealand bank as your main trading account
  • Bank statements from the last 6 months

Looking for more funding? Take a look at the conditions of eligibility for our $100K to $500K company loan.

Quick application checklist

What do you need to apply

All you need to get started is your contact information (the name of your company and your name, as well as email, phone) as well as the amount you’d like to borrow, and your monthly revenue.

Through the process and before settlement we will require confirmation of your identity but not for starting:

  • Idenfication information (valid Driver’s Licence)
  • Business details including trading time, ownership details , and NZBN (New Zealand Business Number)

Once we’ve started when it comes to loans over $150,000 you’ll also need the following financial statements:

  • Profit & Loss statement
  • Aged payables
  • Aged receivables

Let’s get started now.

FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners

Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions

More about the Wellington Small Business Loans

Let me know about the Wellington Small Business Loans

Wellington unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.

What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?

You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.

What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?

A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.

About the Larger Wellington Business Loans

What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?

The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.

How’s the Origination Fee determined?

The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.

Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?

To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.

What can I use the funding for?

A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.

Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?

Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing a caveat.

A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.

The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.

The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.

What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?

When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.

The application process

Do I qualify for funds?

You can apply for an business loan if you:

  • are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
  • are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
  • can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)

How do I apply?

The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.

To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.

In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:

$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.

What speed will I be able to get a decision?

For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company timings and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just one business day.

For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.

The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.

What is the time frame to receive the funds?

For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.

If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.

The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.

What is the maximum amount I can borrow?

We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.

When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.

Fees & repayments

How much do you charge for an business loan?

When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.

What determines the amount I am charged?

Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.

What are the costs?

There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).

We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.

The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.

Can I pay out the loan in advance?

You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.

If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.

How do you make repayments work?

To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.

Security & privacy

Will my data be secure?

Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect, use, exchange and secure 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.

About business loans

What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?

An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.

The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.

What do I require security for an company loan?

For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.

Wellington Business Loans Services

Unsecured Business Loans

Unsecured Business Loans

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