FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Let me know 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, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so 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 size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply at normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost 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% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear 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 element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner uses an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.