FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wellard Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wellard Small Business Loans
Wellard unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is possible to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Wellard Business Loans
What is the Larger Wellard Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to make the repayment.
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 goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 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 transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you make your application at normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine what is the health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated 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 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.