FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Woolwich Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Woolwich Small Business Loans
Woolwich unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Woolwich Business Loans
What is the Larger Woolwich Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The 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 over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of factors that determine your well-being of your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine the health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loan specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of an asset they own to make the funding. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access but we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.