FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wellington Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wellington Small Business Loans
Wellington unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wellington Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellington Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
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 over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business credit specialists. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises assets they own to make a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.