FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Willow Vale Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Willow Vale Small Business Loans
Willow Vale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. The company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Willow Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Willow Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could be registered with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth 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 twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request in standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application at standard business timings and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine your health of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan experts. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
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 your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from the assets they have to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.