FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wainuiomata Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Wainuiomata Small Business Loans
Wainuiomata unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for 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 on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Wainuiomata Business Loans
What is the Larger Wainuiomata Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain 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 our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the health of the company as well as the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to determine your health of your business and the extent of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business lending experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.