FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wattle Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wattle Park Small Business Loans
Wattle Park unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Wattle Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for 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 an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and permit us to use 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 the decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health of your company and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element 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 personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.