FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Welshpool Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Welshpool Small Business Loans
Welshpool unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Welshpool Business Loans
What is the Larger Welshpool Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply within standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of variables to determine how much we can lend you health for your business and the amount of the repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess your health of your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been running as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans specialists. The experts will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.