FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wynnum Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wynnum Small Business Loans
Wynnum unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Wynnum Business Loans
What is the Larger Wynnum Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and 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 funding be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing 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 that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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 of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply at quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply in normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit specialists. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the business owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.