FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Winmalee Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Winmalee Small Business Loans
Winmalee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Winmalee Business Loans
What is the Larger Winmalee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
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. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining your well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being for your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been running as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses the assets they have to make the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.