FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Worongary Small Business Loans
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Worongary unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Worongary Business Loans
What is the Larger Worongary Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly all business purpose including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration through the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for a 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 trade (for a 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 simple and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload 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 can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your company and the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we will assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation for, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of 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 use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.