FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wattle Glen Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Wattle Glen Small Business Loans
Wattle Glen unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Wattle Glen Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Glen Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced 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 Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard business timings and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply in normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being for your business and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been running as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business credit experts. They’ll provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.