FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Waitara Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Waitara Small Business Loans
Waitara unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Waitara Business Loans
What is the Larger Waitara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by taking a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails 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 which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply during standard company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during normal business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your 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 cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation for, in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear 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 use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.