FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Waterloo Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Waterloo Small Business Loans
Waterloo unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Waterloo Business Loans
What is the Larger Waterloo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by way of charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan professionals. The professionals will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.