FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Whitby Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Whitby Small Business Loans
Whitby unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Whitby Business Loans
What is the Larger Whitby Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets and can include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors that determine the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to assess the health of your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from an asset they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.