FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wadestown Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wadestown Small Business Loans
Wadestown unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Wadestown Business Loans
What is the Larger Wadestown Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment or as 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 is by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to repay 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 registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of 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 few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, 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 details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you request our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.