FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wattleup Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wattleup Small Business Loans
Wattleup unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Wattleup Business Loans
What is the Larger Wattleup Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company use, including business renovations, to purchase 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 is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (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 simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at quality business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the 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 most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply within normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you upload duplicates of your banking 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 specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors that determine how much we can lend you health that is your company as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loans experts. They will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required upfront to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.