FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Windsor Park Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Windsor Park Small Business Loans
Windsor Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Windsor Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Windsor Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. You must 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 prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as 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. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
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)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the 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 fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in quality company times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects that determine the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised 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 privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.