FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Winston Hills Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Winston Hills Small Business Loans
Winston Hills unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Winston Hills Business Loans
What is the Larger Winston Hills Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must 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 prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets and can include registering this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to 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)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business hours and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide an answer within 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able 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 about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors that determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the business credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.