FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Whitford Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Whitford Small Business Loans
Whitford unsecured loans offers amounts of 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 makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About 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. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at quality company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer a decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner uses assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
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 the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.