FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wolli Creek Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wolli Creek Small Business Loans
Wolli Creek unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Wolli Creek Business Loans
What is the Larger Wolli Creek Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application within normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors that determine the well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine your well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been running, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly business credit professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments 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 being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stipulated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.