FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The West End Small Business Loans
Tell me about the West End Small Business Loans
West End unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger West End Business Loans
What is the Larger West End Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% 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 be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large company loan can be used for nearly any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger company loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for a 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 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 within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply at standard business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of aspects for determining the health of the business and the extent of payments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health that is your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company credit professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards 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 privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses an asset that they own to obtain the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you can get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.