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. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, 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 loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial element 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form an asset charge.