FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wattle Park Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wattle Park Small Business Loans
Wattle Park unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Wattle Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattle Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, 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 statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to use the advanced 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 one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide 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 make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company lending experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security for a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.