FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Waiatarua Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Waiatarua Small Business Loans
Waiatarua unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Waiatarua Business Loans
What is the Larger Waiatarua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess your health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and 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 charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing 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 borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.