FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wattle Glen Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wattle Glen Small Business Loans
Wattle Glen unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available 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 loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request during normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to assess your well-being for your business as well as the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.