FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wakerley Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wakerley Small Business Loans
Wakerley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wakerley Business Loans
What is the Larger Wakerley 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 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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 you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at quality business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine what is the health for your company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans experts. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.