FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Whenuapai Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Whenuapai Small Business Loans
Whenuapai unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Whenuapai Business Loans
What is the Larger Whenuapai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality business times and let us make use of 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 within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.