FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the West Lakes Small Business Loans
Tell me about the West Lakes Small Business Loans
West Lakes unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business use, including control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Concerning Larger West Lakes Business Loans
What is the Larger West Lakes 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 that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 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 funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all business use, including company renovations, purchase of 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 required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered with the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements 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 advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements for determining how much we can lend you well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health that is your company and the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and also the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.