FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning 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. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that 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 contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. 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
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 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 bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current 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 within one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business times and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables that determine your health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long 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 includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take 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 choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.