FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wooloowin Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Wooloowin Small Business Loans
Wooloowin unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including cash flow management, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About Larger Wooloowin Business Loans
What is the Larger Wooloowin Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every business purpose including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your 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 specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine the health that is your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funding. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.