FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Warranwood Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Warranwood Small Business Loans
Warranwood unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Warranwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Warranwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, 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 Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could have different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request in normal business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine the health for your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been operating, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner uses the assets they have to obtain the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money however, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.