FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Willunga Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Willunga Small Business Loans
Willunga unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What can 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 cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Willunga Business Loans
What is the Larger Willunga Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, 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 needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge on assets and can include registration with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an 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 of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request within normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide an answer within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a tailored offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the business has been operating for, whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business lending experts. We will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital 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 secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner utilises the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.