FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wainuiomata Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wainuiomata Small Business Loans
Wainuiomata unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 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?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Wainuiomata Business Loans
What is the Larger Wainuiomata Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any business need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a 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 quick and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the 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. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the health that is your business and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as 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 withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.