FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Wattle Downs Small Business Loans
Wattle Downs unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wattle Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Downs Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application in standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining your well-being of your company and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.