FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Wattle Downs unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Wattle Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs 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 register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a 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)
- 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 - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during standard company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. We will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital 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 techniques 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 make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
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 require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.