FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the 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 between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be 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 continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly every company use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply at quality company times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in 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 circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved 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 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element 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 secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.