FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
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 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must 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 of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$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, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in standard business times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine the health of your business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending experts. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.