FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The White Gum Valley Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the White Gum Valley Small Business Loans
White Gum Valley unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger White Gum Valley Business Loans
What is the Larger White Gum Valley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost every company purpose including business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of variables in order to assess the health of the company and the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business is in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral element 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.