FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Woolloongabba Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Woolloongabba Small Business Loans
Woolloongabba unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Woolloongabba Business Loans
What is the Larger Woolloongabba Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can be registered in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application during standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 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 could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of factors in order to assess your health of the company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the company is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company 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 additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loan specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner makes use of the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.