FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Warrawee Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Warrawee Small Business Loans
Warrawee unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Warrawee Business Loans
What is the Larger Warrawee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you make your application during quality company timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait 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 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining what is the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan experts. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.