FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wheeler Heights Small Business Loans
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Wheeler Heights unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Wheeler Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Wheeler Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business 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 prove at least 6 months of trading (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 simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and a vital 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 standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
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 an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans 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 your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.