FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wandin North Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wandin North Small Business Loans
Wandin North unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Wandin North Business Loans
What is the Larger Wandin North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for an company 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part 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 personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.