FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wynnum Small Business Loans
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Wynnum unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Wynnum Business Loans
What is the Larger Wynnum Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% 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, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise 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 accountable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, 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 or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request in quality company time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.