FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wolli Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wolli Creek Small Business Loans
Wolli Creek unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Wolli Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Wolli Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for 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 fast and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within just an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in normal business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on 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 the health for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending professionals. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide a fast 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 utilises assets they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.