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. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Woollahra Business Loans
What is the Larger Woollahra Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee 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 accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application in quality business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health of your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you request the business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take 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 all of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please call our helpful company loan professionals. The specialists will offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset they own to make a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.