FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wandi Small Business Loans
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Wandi unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Wandi Business Loans
What is the Larger Wandi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll 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, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements that determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of assets they own to make a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.