FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Waterford Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Waterford Small Business Loans
Waterford unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Waterford Business Loans
What is the Larger Waterford 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 in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly all company use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in quality company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 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 may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining the well-being that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not 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 the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The experts will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential element of our relationship with 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.