FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wilton Small Business Loans
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Wilton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this 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 company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Wilton Business Loans
What is the Larger Wilton 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 fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s 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 six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.