FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Willawong Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Willawong Small Business Loans
Willawong unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Willawong Business Loans
What is the Larger Willawong 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 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated 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, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could be registered through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application within standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining the health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess your well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.