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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Windsor Downs Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Windsor Downs Small Business Loans
Windsor Downs unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Windsor Downs Business Loans
What is the Larger Windsor Downs 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 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The 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 of this size the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
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 of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request at standard business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any 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 are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm 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 company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.