FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Waipipi Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Waipipi Small Business Loans
Waipipi unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Waipipi Business Loans
What is the Larger Waipipi 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 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application within normal business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company is in operation, whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.