FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wembley Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wembley Small Business Loans
Wembley unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Wembley Business Loans
What is the Larger Wembley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, 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 obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you apply during normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for 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 effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine your health that is your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of 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 out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect 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 utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.