FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Werribee Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Werribee Small Business Loans
Werribee unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Werribee Business Loans
What is the Larger Werribee Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include registering this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor 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 records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you upload documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors in order to assess the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects to determine the health that is your business and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for the company financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide an individualised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating and how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.