FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Whitford Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Whitford Small Business Loans
Whitford unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Whitford Business Loans
What is the Larger Whitford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply within standard company time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within normal business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.