FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Wattle Downs unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Wattle Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as 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 for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (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. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
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 in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness 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 be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like 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’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.