FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wangara Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wangara Small Business Loans
Wangara 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 per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Wangara Business Loans
What is the Larger Wangara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply in standard company timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
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 offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.