FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Waiatarua Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Waiatarua Small Business Loans
Waiatarua unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Waiatarua Business Loans
What is the Larger Waiatarua Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to make the repayment.
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 items or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within standard business timings and allow us to 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’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of variables to determine the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.