FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Whale Beach Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Whale Beach Small Business Loans
Whale Beach unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Whale Beach Business Loans
What is the Larger Whale Beach Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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 own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit 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 Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply in normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.