FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Waipipi Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Waipipi Small Business Loans
Waipipi unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Waipipi Business Loans
What is the Larger Waipipi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account 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 provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide 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 know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced 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
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.