FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wayville Small Business Loans
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Wayville unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Wayville Business Loans
What is the Larger Wayville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have 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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for 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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application at standard business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health that is your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with 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. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security in the form a charge over assets.