FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wheeler Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wheeler Heights Small Business Loans
Wheeler Heights unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including 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 Wheeler Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Wheeler Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess what is the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital 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 standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.