FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Warrawee Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Warrawee Small Business Loans
Warrawee unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Warrawee Business Loans
What is the Larger Warrawee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also 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 of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (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. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess what is the well-being of your company and the level of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been running, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business loan professionals. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner uses assets they own to get a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The 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 could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.