FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wulkuraka Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Wulkuraka Small Business Loans
Wulkuraka unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Wulkuraka Business Loans
What is the Larger Wulkuraka Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost any business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets and can be registered through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality company hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application within standard business time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of elements to assess the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced 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 amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.