FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Woollahra Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Woollahra Small Business Loans
Woollahra unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Woollahra Business Loans
What is the Larger Woollahra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must 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 to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to 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 that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision within an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being for your company and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as 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 offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.