FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wollstonecraft Small Business Loans
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Wollstonecraft unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Wollstonecraft Business Loans
What is the Larger Wollstonecraft Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger business loan can be used for almost any company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific 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 a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business 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 of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors in order to assess the health that is your company and the extent of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been in operation as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. 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. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.