FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wellington Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides 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.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company use, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during quality business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply at normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have 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. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.