FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Waiau Pa Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Waiau Pa Small Business Loans
Waiau Pa unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Waiau Pa Business Loans
What is the Larger Waiau Pa Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements that determine the well-being that is your company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine the well-being that is your company and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been running and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of 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 amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.