FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Woodcroft Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Woodcroft Small Business Loans
Woodcroft unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Woodcroft Business Loans
What is the Larger Woodcroft Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is 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 business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A large company loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, which could also include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business 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 lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer 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 is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different conditions.
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 over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of 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.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply during standard business timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in normal business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements to determine what is the health of the business and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation for, how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.