FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About 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 company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment 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 required to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s 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 be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you health of the company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been running as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.