FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Woolooware Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Woolooware Small Business Loans
Woolooware unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Woolooware Business Loans
What is the Larger Woolooware Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost any business need, including company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business times and permit us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements that determine what is the well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial 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 techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.