FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Whitford Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Whitford Small Business Loans
Whitford unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Whitford Business Loans
What is the Larger Whitford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, 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 summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply at standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once 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 circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your health for your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health that is your business as well as the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses the assets they have to secure the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could 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 a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.