FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Wollstonecraft Small Business Loans
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Wollstonecraft unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Wollstonecraft Business Loans
What is the Larger Wollstonecraft Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must 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 demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business hours and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of variables that determine your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral element 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing 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 an business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow 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 needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.