FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Whalan Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Whalan Small Business Loans
Whalan unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Whalan Business Loans
What is the Larger Whalan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the 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 deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors for determining what is the health that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess the health for your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.