FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wulkuraka Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Wulkuraka Small Business Loans
Wulkuraka unsecured loans provides amounts of 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 the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger Wulkuraka Business Loans
What is the Larger Wulkuraka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is 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 grants preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within quality company timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application during normal business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine the well-being for your business and the extent of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to request our business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial aspect of our relationship with 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 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.