FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wilton Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wilton Small Business Loans
Wilton unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Wilton Business Loans
What is the Larger Wilton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be 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 business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank 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 provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and 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 offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.