FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your 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. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application within normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your business and the level of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.