FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the West Lakes Shore Small Business Loans
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West Lakes Shore unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger West Lakes Shore Business Loans
What is the Larger West Lakes Shore Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined 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, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and could include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a business 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)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for a 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 fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request in quality business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour if you apply in normal business timings and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of factors for determining the well-being for your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of variables to assess the well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up 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 amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is vital and an integral 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 protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K typically, you will need an individual ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.