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Information About The Waterfall Gully Small Business Loans
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Waterfall Gully unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Waterfall Gully Business Loans
What is the Larger Waterfall Gully Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company need, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease 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 evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a 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 the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve 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 summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to 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 offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess the health that is your business and the extent of payments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. We will provide you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.