FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Windaroo Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Windaroo Small Business Loans
Windaroo unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Windaroo Business Loans
What is the Larger Windaroo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 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 the funding be used for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in quality business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within standard business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide a decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects that determine the health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending specialists. The specialists will offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner makes use of the assets they have to make a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.