FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Woodridge Small Business Loans
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Woodridge unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Woodridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Woodridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business 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 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you make your application during quality business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once 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 transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour if you make your application in normal business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors that determine your health that is your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine the health that is your company and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
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 are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security for an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.