FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wellington Central Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wellington Central Small Business Loans
Wellington Central unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company need, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Wellington Central Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Central Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within standard company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health for your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.