FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Waitara Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Waitara Small Business Loans
Waitara unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Waitara Business Loans
What is the Larger Waitara Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth 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 loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine what is the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loans experts. They will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. 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 making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.