FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Waverley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Waverley Small Business Loans
Waverley unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Waverley Business Loans
What is the Larger Waverley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost any business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory 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 funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour if you submit your request at standard company time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application within normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your health for your company and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the company has been operating for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, 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 means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.