FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the New Windsor Small Business Loans
Tell me about the New Windsor Small Business Loans
New Windsor unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger New Windsor Business Loans
What is the Larger New Windsor Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 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.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business use, including company improvements, purchasing 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 one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in quality company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply in normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans experts. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses an asset they own to get a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.