FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Willaston Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Willaston Small Business Loans
Willaston unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Willaston Business Loans
What is the Larger Willaston Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all business need, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application in standard company time and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables to determine what is the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.