FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Wooroloo Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Wooroloo Small Business Loans
Wooroloo unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company reason, such as control of cash flow business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Wooroloo Business Loans
What is the Larger Wooroloo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a 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. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 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.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within one hour if you make your application within normal business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining what is the health of your business and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine your health of your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company operates in, the long the business has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs 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 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted 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 information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral element 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 dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.