FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Weymouth Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Weymouth Small Business Loans
Weymouth unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Weymouth Business Loans
What is the Larger Weymouth Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
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 applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during quality company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the business has been running for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.