FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Waiuku Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Waiuku Small Business Loans
Waiuku unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Waiuku Business Loans
What is the Larger Waiuku Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company 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 to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess what is the health that is your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment 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 details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast 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, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.