FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wooroloo Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Wooroloo Small Business Loans
Wooroloo unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an instant response and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Wooroloo Business Loans
What is the Larger Wooroloo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by way of charge against assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during standard business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business times and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine what is the health for your company as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.