FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Walliston Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Walliston Small Business Loans
Walliston unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including 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 larger Walliston Business Loans
What is the Larger Walliston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular 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 register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a company 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 quick and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at quality business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your health of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been running for, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.