FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wellington Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) 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 to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your health of your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our company loan, we will assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.