FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Willetton Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Willetton Small Business Loans
Willetton unsecured loans provides 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 makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Willetton Business Loans
What is the Larger Willetton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for 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 needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you apply during standard company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner uses assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.