FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wynnum Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wynnum Small Business Loans
Wynnum unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Wynnum Business Loans
What is the Larger Wynnum Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in quality business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application in normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I 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 aspects to determine the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.