FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wattleup Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wattleup Small Business Loans
Wattleup unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available 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 business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement 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 an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you apply within standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the health for your business and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay 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 may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.