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Information About The Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Wattle Downs unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Wattle Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify 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 $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The 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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company time and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining your health for your business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.