FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request in standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the health for your business and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. 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 can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.