FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wooloowin Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Wooloowin Small Business Loans
Wooloowin unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger Wooloowin Business Loans
What is the Larger Wooloowin Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to 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 of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an 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 the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply at standard business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your health of your business and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business is operating in, how long the business has been operating and what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.