FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
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 business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of 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?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at normal business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the health of the company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.