FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wanneroo Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wanneroo Small Business Loans
Wanneroo unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Wanneroo Business Loans
What is the Larger Wanneroo 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 up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory, 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within quality company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during standard business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your health for your business and the level of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our company credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, how long the company has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard 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 privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.