FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wandi Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wandi Small Business Loans
Wandi unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wandi Business Loans
What is the Larger Wandi Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within standard company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you make your application during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the health of your business and the level of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess your well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner makes use of assets they own to make the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.