FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Whitford Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Whitford Small Business Loans
Whitford unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Whitford Business Loans
What is the Larger Whitford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during standard company times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee 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 new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.