FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Whenuapai Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Whenuapai Small Business Loans
Whenuapai unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Whenuapai Business Loans
What is the Larger Whenuapai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property 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 against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide 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. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at quality company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link 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 and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health that is your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are 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 how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.