FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Woodridge Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Woodridge Small Business Loans
Woodridge unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Woodridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Woodridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue 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 company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be subject to different conditions.
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 over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in as little as one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve 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. Certain agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining your health of the business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
If you apply for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of an asset they own to get the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.