FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which 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 the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of 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 just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application within standard company timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine your well-being of your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.