FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wongawallan Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Wongawallan Small Business Loans
Wongawallan unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Wongawallan Business Loans
What is the Larger Wongawallan Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been 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 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for almost all business reason, such as company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We may 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 answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for 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.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request within quality business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request within normal business timings and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements for determining what is the health of your business and the extent of payments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to assess the health that is your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been operating, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans experts. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner uses an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.