FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wilton Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wilton Small Business Loans
Wilton unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Wilton Business Loans
What is the Larger Wilton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, and could include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply within quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, 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. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables that determine what is the health for your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the health of the company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been operating for, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.