FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wangara Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Wangara Small Business Loans
Wangara unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Wangara Business Loans
What is the Larger Wangara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible 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 a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the 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 fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply within quality business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is 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 in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the well-being of the business and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been running as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan specialists. The experts will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses the assets they have to get a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.