FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Warrawee Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Warrawee Small Business Loans
Warrawee unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Warrawee Business Loans
What is the Larger Warrawee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage 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 have been 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) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve 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 quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply at standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to determine the health of your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, the long the company has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.