FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Len Waters Estate Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Len Waters Estate Small Business Loans
Len Waters Estate unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Len Waters Estate Business Loans
What is the Larger Len Waters Estate Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
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 the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine the health that is 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 specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the company has been in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business credit professionals. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
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 ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential 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 financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.