FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Woodvale Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Woodvale Small Business Loans
Woodvale 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 are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Woodvale Business Loans
What is the Larger Woodvale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets and can be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 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 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your health for your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the company has been in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loans experts. They will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.