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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wairau Valley Small Business Loans
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Wairau Valley unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Wairau Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger Wairau Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ 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 or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality business times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application within normal business time and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects that determine what is the health that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.