FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Windsor Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Windsor Small Business Loans
Windsor unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Windsor Business Loans
What is the Larger Windsor Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years 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 Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business 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 registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $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, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within one hour, provided you apply within quality company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at normal business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being of your business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company is operating in, how long the company has been running and how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money but we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.