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 provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at normal business timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements in order to assess your health for your business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.