FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Warner Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Warner Small Business Loans
Warner unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Warner Business Loans
What is the Larger Warner Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing 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 register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
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 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements for determining the health of your business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been operating, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing 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.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset they own to get the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.