FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Woolloongabba Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Woolloongabba Small Business Loans
Woolloongabba unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Woolloongabba Business Loans
What is the Larger Woolloongabba Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been 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) over 18 years, own 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 used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, 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 to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on 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 financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality company timings and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application in normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you request the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is vital and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner utilises assets they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.