FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of 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. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Welshpool Business Loans
What is the Larger Welshpool Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, 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 company loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the well-being that is your business and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront 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.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.